Praying the Psalms: Theology, Poetry, and Liturgy

BA2013Z

In this unit students identify the literary and poetic features of psalms and consider the contexts in which they were written, and how the Psalter as a whole has been collated and edited into a collection. There is exploration of the theologies embedded in and expressed through the psalms, and careful and creative thought is given to how to use and translate them for various liturgical contexts today. Psalm genres studied include lament, wisdom, complaint, and thanksgiving.

Duration

One Semester

Availability

First semester

Core/Elective

Core

Delivery Mode

Mixed Mode - onsite or online

Prerequisites

Eight foundational units including the first year capstone to be completed prior to enrolment . For exemptions, please contact the Registrar.

Required Text/s 

See Unit Reading List

Recommended Text/s 

See Unit Reading List 

Prescribed Texts

Assessments

  1. Essay: Weighting 35%

  2. Exegesis: Weighting 35%

  3. Essay (Creative Work): Weighting 30%

TEACHING & LEARNING PLAN

This subject will involve:

  • One two-day intensive 1-2 March 2024

  • One 2 hour webinars per week (Tuesday evenings)

Learning Outcomes

Students completing this unit will:  

  • Identify the literary and poetic features of a psalm.

  • Discuss the Psalter as an edited collection.

  • Analyse the theology embedded and expressed in the psalms.

  • Consider hermeneutical issues related to reading and praying the psalms today.


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